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Mobile Tornado BB3G announced
Rugged phone for rugged workers 21 April 2009 16:18 GMT
A new durable handset for field workers has launched from InTechnology.

Designed for use in tough, noisy and outdoor environments, the Mobile Tornado BB3G handset gets an IP54 standard rating.

As well as offering 3G, the Mobile Tornado BB3G has...
Toshiba TG01 successors revealed in roadmap leak
Two more TG handsets, MIDs and an internet tablet incoming... 15 April 2009 15:45 GMT
Thought you couldn't wait until the Toshiba TG01 launches? Well, you might want to hold your horses until you see what else Toshiba has planned for the rest of the year and into 2010.

If newly-leaked documents are the real deal, then Toshiba is planning an...
Aqua Soundz floating speaker launches for summer
Pool party! 8 April 2009 9:21 GMT
The GadgetShop.com is offering a novel speaker for summer - the Aqua Soundz wireless floating speaker.

For sun-soaked sounds in the pool (or maybe the bath if it rains) the system comes in two parts, a transmitter unit and the floating speaker itself.
Garmin Forerunner 310XT waterproof sports watch announced
With 20 hours battery life 3 April 2009 11:39 GMT
Garmin has announced the Forerunner 310XT, a GPS-enabled waterproof multi-sport watch.

Boasting up to 20 hours of battery life, the watch will work with a new waterproof, soft-strap heart rate monitor from Garmin due this summer as well as the company's bike...
Samsung Xplorer B2100 announced
Rugged handset for outdoor types 19 March 2009 9:55 GMT
Samsung has launched the Xplorer B2100, a new mobile phone that it says incorporates outdoor features, robust durability and comfortable grip.

Aimed as a mobile companion for consumers "who enjoy active outdoor activities", the phone is encased in anti-shock...
Dolphin offers waterproof bathroom TVs
Want to watch telly in the tub? 16 March 2009 12:53 GMT
Dolphin is offering stylish waterproof flat screen TVs as an option for those going for the company's designer bathrooms.

Available in two sizes, a teeny 7-incher and a 17-inch model, the televisions are suitable for all wet environments.

Featuring...
Nikon eXtreme concept camera revealed
Classy compact 12 March 2009 14:28 GMT
Designer Camillo Vanacore's vision for Nikon's next compact is one we'd love the company to take note of.

Described as an "all-weather" Coolpix device, it's waterproof and sports a glossy, curvy design that is just begging to be slipped into your pocket.
VIDEO: Dell Latitude E6400 XFR
Super tough laptop talk-through 10 March 2009 11:19 GMT
Here are two Dell bods to talk you through the super-tough features of the new rugged laptop, the E6400 XFR. Set your jaw, squint your eyes, flex your muscles and press play...
Dell Latitude E6400 XFR launches
Next-gen rugged laptop 10 March 2009 11:17 GMT
Dell has announced the launch of the Latitude E6400 XFR, the company's next generation fully rugged platform.

Engineered to meet the needs the military, field workers and the like, it meets 13 military specifications including drop tests, sea fog, temperature...
GPS-enabled Getac PDA PS535F
Rugged handheld for enterprise 2 March 2009 12:24 GMT
The Getac PS535F, described as a next generation fully rugged GPS PDA, has been announced for launch.

Featuring a camera, altimeter and e-compass, the tough handheld is primarily aimed at companies to equip their field-based employees with.

The...
VIDEO: Fuji Finepix Z33WP
Flippers-on with new waterproof compact 26 February 2009 16:42 GMT
Pocket-lint's Stuart Miles gets a good look at Fuji's waterproof compact offering. Does it do enough to stand out from the crowd? Find out.
PHOTOS: Canon D10 digital camera
Hands on gallery with the new waterproof camera 26 February 2009 11:19 GMT
The PowerShot D10 is Canon's first waterproof camera and we've managed to grab some snaps of it so you can see what it's really like up close and personal.

The PowerShot features a 12.1-megapixel sensor, backed by the DIGIC 4 processor with a host of smart on-board...
OverBoard updates waterproof phone cases
Now available in aqua blue 20 February 2009 14:26 GMT
OverBoard has announced an updated version of its waterproof phone case.

The improved phone cases are now available in aqua blue and boast a "LENZFLEX" back window for what's claimed to be ultra clear photos.

Available in two sizes, the cases will...
Tissot launches SEA-Touch
Waterproof, touchscreen watch 20 February 2009 12:59 GMT
Tissot has launched what it says is the "ultimate touch activated watch" for 2009 - the Tissot SEA-Touch.

As well as waterproofing for depths of up to 200 metres, the new watch offers "innovative" touchscreen technology.

The Tissot SEA-Touch offers...
VIDEO: Canon PowerShot D10
First waterproof model caught on film 19 February 2009 9:40 GMT
Verity Burns meets up with David from Canon to see the company's first waterproof model that can also withstand drops and cold. Hit play to see the D10 demoed - as well as some of the hardy accessories that will launch alongside the new snapper.
Canon launches waterproof PowerShot D10
12.1-megapixel snapper for snorkellers 18 February 2009 8:38 GMT
Canon today joined the rest of a camera world in announcing a new line up of models, including the PowerShot D10, their first waterproof camera, bringing the company into line with models from the likes of Nikon with their W60 and the Olympus Tough and SW models.
PHOTOS: i-mate 810-F smartphone
MWC 2009: A very mucky hands on gallery 17 February 2009 17:20 GMT
i-mate has launched the 810-F, described as the "world’s first complete lifestyle mobile to come with a lifetime warranty" and we were at the stand at Mobile World Congress to get a sticky hands on.

First it was orange juice, then tomato ketchup, then salt...
Rugged Samsung B2700 launches with 3
Drop it, shake it, dunk it 12 February 2009 10:33 GMT
3 Business has announced the launch of a tough new Samsung phone which it says is designed to cope in even the harshest work conditions.

The heavy-duty Samsung B2700, available exclusively on 3, can withstand being dropped and shaken and is water-, dirt- and...
i-mate launches tough 810-F smartphone
Handset built to military standards comes with lifetime warranty 11 February 2009 15:24 GMT
i-mate has launched the 810-F, described as the "world’s first complete lifestyle mobile to come with a lifetime warranty".

The manufacturer claims that the phone is built to tough military standards meaning it can cope with extreme pressure, heat, cold, water...
Panasonic launches CF-19, CF-30 Toughbooks
MK3 models 4 February 2009 15:31 GMT
Panasonic has announced the launch of its next generation, MK3 CF-19 and CF-30, flagship models of the Toughbook ruggedised notebook range.

Claiming to feature new and advanced technologies, which include new LED backlit screen tech for the CF-19, Panasonic...
Panasonic launches CF-52 Toughbook with touchscreen
Touch-feely toughness 4 February 2009 15:25 GMT
Panasonic has introduced a new touchscreen model to the CF-52 Toughbook series.

The new semi-ruggedised notebook offers the usual Toughbook grrr-ness including being drop-proof to 30 inches, having a water protected keyboard and touchpad and a fold out carry...
Panasonic announces tough DMC-FT1
Waterpoof digi-cam capable of AVCHD Lite video 27 January 2009 15:31 GMT
Panasonic's new DMC-FT1 is described as the world's first waterproof, shockproof and dustproof camera capable of AVCHD Lite high definition video recording.

Aimed at those looking for a durable camera that can "take action shots under pressure", Panasonic says...
Vivitar announces new digital, underwater and video cameras
CES 2009: Full line-up to be unveiled 6 January 2009 19:49 GMT
Sakar International has announced a new line of Vivitar products, all set to be unveiled at CES later this week.

The line-up includes digital, underwater and video cameras as well as digital SLR camera lenses and a battery charger that accommodates over 300...
Olympus rebrands SW range to Tough
Available from January 2009 10 December 2008 17:03 GMT
Olympus, the camera company that introduced freezeproof, waterproof and shockproof cameras to the mass consumer market in 2006, is rebranding its range so they do what they say on the tin.

Previously known as the SW range, from January 2009 the cameras will...
H2O Audio launches iDive iPod kit for divers
Music to a depth of 300 feet 31 October 2008 11:52 GMT
H20 Audio has announced the launch of the iDive 300, a waterproof deep dive iPod case and over the ear speakers that enable divers to listen to music to an "astonishing" 300 feet or 90 metres.

Apparently the product of years of research and development, H2O...